Add a sticker to a conversation

Open Messages and tap to start a new message. Or go to an existing conversation.

Swipe left or right over the app drawer to find the one that you want to use.

Then tap the app to open it.

If you want to add a sticker, touch and hold the sticker, then drag it to the message bubble. The sticker will automatically send when you add it to the message. You can also pinch or zoom to resize stickers before sending.

If you receive a message with a sticker from an iMessage app that you don’t have, touch and hold the sticker, then tap Sticker Details to view the app in the App Store.

Delete stickers

Open Messages and tap to start a new message. Or go to an existing conversation.

Swipe left over the app drawer and tap .

Swipe left over the app, then tap Delete.

Do more with Messages

Collaborate with others in a conversation, decorate with stickers, and more with iMessage apps.

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